Spruce Telegraph Poles from Canada
Tall spruce coniferous poles for telegraph and communication lines, debarked but roughly trimmed only. Not turned, bent, or sawn lengthwise, qualifying under HTS 4404.10.00.80 as poles. Treated minimally for durability in rural installations.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Include utility grade certifications (e.g
• ANSI standards) to support pole end-use declaration
• Photograph rough surfaces pre-shipment to prove no lengthwise sawing during customs review
• Avoid bundling with hardware; separate shipments prevent set classification issues